Suzuki RMX450Z Service Manual

2C-18 Rear Suspension:
4) Apply grease to the bearings and dust seal lips.
: Grease 99000–25010 (SUZUKI SUPER
GREASE “A” or equivalent)
5) Install the cushion lever. Refer to “Cushion Lever
Removal and Installation” (Page 2C-15).
Cushion Rod Removal and Installation
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Removal
1) Support the motorcycle with a jack to be no-load for
cushion rod.
2) Remove the left footrest. Refer to “Footrest Bracket
Construction” in Section 9E (Page 9E-3) and “Side-
stand Removal and Installation” in Section 9E
(Page 9E-4).
3) Remove the cushion rod (1) by removing bolts and
nuts.
Installation
Install the cushion rod in the reverse order of removal.
Pay attention to the following points:
• Tighten each bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
Cushion rod front bolt (a): 80 N·m (8.0 kgf-m, 58.0
lbf-ft)
Cushion rod rear nut (b): 80 N·m (8.0 kgf-m, 58.0
lbf-ft)
Cushion Rod Inspection
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Refer to “Cushion Rod Removal and Installation”
(Page 2C-18).
Spacer
1) Remove the spacer from the cushion rod.
2) Inspect the spacer for any flaws or other damage. If
any defects are found, replace the spacer with new
one.
Cushion Rod Bearing
1) Insert the spacer into bearing.
2) Check the play by moving the spacer up and down. If
excessive play is noted, replace the bearing with a
new one. Refer to “Cushion Rod Bearing Removal
and Installation” (Page 2C-19).
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Suzuki RMX450Z Specifications

General

Brand	Suzuki
Model	RMX450Z
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English